Business Details
7 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Therapy in Western New York
At Genesee Valley Psychology, we are dedicated to providing evidence-based mental health care that prioritizes accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and clinical excellence. Founded in 2019, our practice specializes in treating anxiety, mood, and substance-use disorders through modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. We serve children and adults across Western New York, offering both in-person and telehealth options to accommodate diverse needs. Our team of licensed professionals integrates sociocultural considerations into treatment plans, ensuring care that respects individual identities.We accept major insurance plans, including Excellus, Blue Cross, and Medicare, and provide sliding-scale fees for those without coverage. Beyond direct services, we contribute to community mental health equity through partnerships, free educational resources, and training programs that emphasize racial trauma and mindfulness. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where all individuals can access the tools needed for emotional well-being and personal growth.
Services
OCD Treatment
DBT Therapy
Trauma/PTSD Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Group Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We specialize in evidence-based treatments for OCD, trauma, and borderline personality disorder.
- Our sliding-scale fees ensure mental health care remains accessible to all income levels.
- Therapists integrate sociocultural awareness into personalized treatment plans.
- We offer telehealth options for greater geographic and physical accessibility.
- Our team contributes to community mental health equity through free resources and partnerships.
What people say
Top notch services
Culturally responsive care
Accessible treatment options
Specialized OCD expertise
Community-focused initiatives
Services
OCD Treatment
Specialized Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Our clinicians deliver evidence-based interventions to reduce compulsive behaviors and intrusive thoughts. Treatment includes personalized exposure exercises and skill-building to improve daily functioning for adolescents and adults.
DBT Therapy
Comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for borderline personality disorder and emotional dysregulation. This structured program combines individual sessions with group skills training to enhance mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness through empirically supported techniques.
Trauma/PTSD Therapy
Trauma-focused treatments including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE). Our therapists address symptoms stemming from acute and complex trauma, helping clients process experiences and develop coping strategies to restore emotional stability and quality of life.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
12+ session CBT programs targeting anxiety, depression, and related conditions. This goal-oriented therapy identifies maladaptive thought patterns and replaces them with constructive behaviors, supported by homework assignments and skill-building exercises tailored to individual client needs.
Group Therapy
Cost-effective group sessions for OCD and DBT skill development. Facilitated by licensed clinicians, these groups provide peer support while teaching evidence-based strategies for managing symptoms, improving communication, and building resilience in a structured, inclusive environment.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and mood disorders using evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT.
Do you accept insurance or offer sliding-scale fees?
We accept Excellus, Blue Cross, Aetna, Optum, and Medicare plans. For those without coverage, we offer sliding-scale rates based on household income.
Are telehealth therapy options available?
Yes, we provide both in-person and telehealth therapy sessions to accommodate client preferences and accessibility needs across Western New York.
What is your current wait time for appointments?
Wait times vary by service type (1-12 months). We can often provide referrals for immediate care needs while clients await our standard appointments.
Do you offer online mental health resources?
Yes, our online school provides free and paid courses about OCD and related conditions, including resources for loved ones of individuals with mental health challenges.
How does your practice address cultural and social equity?
We prioritize cultural humility in treatment, partner with community organizations to address racial trauma, and offer sliding-scale fees to reduce financial barriers to care.
